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Prof. Dr. Mahipal S Sachdev
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+91-8860606766 | +91-9910655125About Prof. Dr. Mahipal S Sachdev
- Prof. Dr. Mahipal S Sachdev is Chairman & Medical Director of the Centre for Sight Group of Eye Hospitals, New Delhi.
- He is the founder of Centre for Sight Group of Eye Hospitals.
- He has more than 42 years of experience in ophthalmology.
- He authored A Practical Guide to Phacoemulsification, the first Indian book on the topic.
- The Government of India awarded him the Padma Shri, the fourth-highest civilian honour, in 2007 for his contributions to Indian medicine.
- He is Chairman of the Scientific Committee of the Intraocular Implant and Refractive Society of India (IIRSI).
- He is known as one of the pioneers of phacoemulsification in India.
- He pioneered blade-free femtosecond laser cataract surgery and SMILE in India.
- He performed the first iLASIK (bladeless LASIK) in India.
- He was the first to install Zyoptix in India.
- He was the first to introduce phakic IOLs in India.
Biography of Prof. Dr. Mahipal S Sachdev
- Dr. Mahipal S Sachdev completed his medical studies at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, and his postgraduation in ophthalmology at Dr. R.P. Centre for Ophthalmic Sciences, AIIMS.
- In 1989, he received a fellowship for advanced training in cornea and refractive surgery at Georgetown University, Washington DC, and then served on the faculty of AIIMS until 1996.
- He started a modest eye clinic at Safdarjung Enclave, which grew into a chain of eye hospitals under the brand name Centre for Sight from 2002 onwards.
- The Summit Autonomous Society of USA has recognised him as a refractive surgeon, and he is a member of the organisation.
- He serves the Intraocular Implant and Refractive Society of India as Chairman of its Scientific Committee and has served as Secretary and President of the Delhi Ophthalmological Society.
- He has represented India at the Asian Refractive Council.
- The American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) has accredited his instruction course, and he has performed live surgical demonstrations, including one at the ASCRS conference in Seattle.
- He has delivered several award lectures, including the Dr. (Col.) B. L. Taneja Memorial Guest Lecture at the 1996-97 Delhi State Medical Conference, the Prof. L. P. Agarwal Lecture of AIIMS in 2005 and the Dr. A. D. Grover Memorial Oration of the Chandigarh Ophthalmological Society.
Expertise of Prof. Dr. Mahipal S Sachdev (Padma Shri Awardee)
- SMILE Eye Surgery
- LASIK and Refractive Surgery
- Cataract Eye Surgery
- Cornea Transplant
- Ocular Surface & Dry Eye Treatment
- Keratoconus Treatment
- SILK Surgery
List of Treatments
- SMILE Eye Surgery
- LASIK & Refractive Surgery
- Cataract Surgery
- Cornea Services
- Ocular Surface & Dry Eyes Disorders
- Keratoconus Treatment
- Computer Vision Syndrome
Work Experience
- Currently: Chairman & Medical Director, Centre for Sight, New Delhi (since 1996)
Previous Experience
- Assistant Professor, AIIMS (June 1987)
- Associate Professor, AIIMS (1991-1996)
- Senior Consultant, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital (1996)
Education & Training
- MBBS, MS (Ophthalmology), DNB, MNAMS, FRCS, FICO (UK)
- MBBS - AIIMS, New Delhi
- MD - AIIMS, New Delhi
- Fellowship in Cornea - Georgetown University, Washington D.C., USA
- FAICO
- Honorary Professor, T.S. Mishra Medical College, Lucknow
Awards & Recognition
- Padma Shri (January 2007)
- Honorary FAICO, All India Ophthalmological Society (2020)
- Lifetime Achievement Award - Ophthalmology, Times Health Care Achievers, Delhi
- Centre for Sight was awarded "The Best Single Specialty Hospital - Ophthalmology" at the Times Health Care Achievers Awards
- Pioneered Small Incision Lenticule Extraction (SMILE) in India; a high-volume SMILE surgeon
- Pioneered blade-free femtosecond laser cataract surgery in India
- Performed the first iLASIK (bladeless LASIK) in India
- First to install Zyoptix in India
- First to introduce phakic IOLs in India
- Widely credited as a pioneer and promoter of phacoemulsification for cataract surgery
- Principal Investigator in multiple clinical research studies
- Led a team of ophthalmologists into the Guinness Book of World Records for the maximum number of diabetic retinopathy screenings in a day
- Inducted into the Wall of Fame at Modern School, Barakhamba Road
- Recognised as best resident and stood first in MD Ophthalmology (AIIMS)
- Fellowships and scholarships from the Fifth International Symposium on Immunopathology (Japan), International Society of Eye Research, Research to Prevent Blindness (New York) and the Fisons Award of the Contact Lens Association of Ophthalmologists (USA), among others
- A.C. Agarwal Memorial Trophy, Col. Rangachari Certificate, Krishna Sohan Singh Trophy and Dr. Ishwar Chand Silver Jubilee Award, among others
- Honoured as one of the "Prominent Sikhs of India" on the 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Ji
- "International Leading Ophthalmologist 2016", Eye Advance conference, Swiss Eye Research Foundation, Switzerland
- Launched a village adoption programme to prevent and treat avoidable blindness
Recognition
- Member, Global Advisory Board, Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision
- 115+ articles published in indexed ophthalmology journals
- Authored the first book on phacoemulsification in India
- 175+ papers and courses presented at national and international conferences
- 400+ national and international conferences attended
- 150+ articles published in magazines and newspapers
Positions Held
- President, All India Ophthalmological Society (2019 and since February 2020)
- Vice-President, All India Ophthalmological Society (2018)
- Non-official Member, Managing Board, Indian Red Cross Society, New Delhi
- Managing Editor, Indian Journal of Ophthalmology
- Chairman, Scientific Committee, Intraocular Implant & Refractive Society, India
- Secretary, Intraocular Implant & Refractive Society, India (2006)
- President, Delhi Ophthalmological Society (2006)
- Vice-President, Delhi Ophthalmological Society (2005)
- Editor, Delhi Ophthalmological Society - Visiscan (2003-2005)
- Member, Asian Refractive Council (2002)
- Secretary, All India Ophthalmological Society Conference (1997)
- Organising Secretary, 10th ICMRK
- Organising Secretary - LOC, 55th All India Ophthalmological Society Conference (February 1997)
- Ex-President, Scientific Committee, All India Ophthalmological Society (1996-1999)
- Secretary, Delhi Ophthalmological Society (1993-1995)
Associated Hospitals
🏨 Centre for Sight Hospital, Safdarjung, New Delhi
🏨 Centre for Sight, Ashok Vihar, New Delhi
🏨 Centre for Sight Eye Institute, Sector 9 Dwarka, New Delhi
🏨 Centre for Sight, Preet Vihar, New Delhi
🏨 Centre for Sight, Rohini, New Delhi
Location
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B – 5/24, Safdarjung Enclave, opposite Deer Park, Humayunpur, Safdarjung Enclave, New Delhi, Delhi 110029
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does Dr. Mahipal S Sachdev practise?
Dr. Mahipal S Sachdev practises at Centre for Sight, New Delhi.
Which speciality does Dr. Mahipal S Sachdev deal in?
Dr. Mahipal S Sachdev deals in Ophthalmology, with a special interest in cataract, cornea and refractive surgery.
Where can a patient meet or consult Dr. Mahipal S Sachdev?
Patients can meet the doctor at Centre for Sight, New Delhi.
What are the OPD timings of Dr. Mahipal S Sachdev?
Mon, Wed, Fri (10:00 AM to 05:00 PM)
Tue, Thu, Sat (10:00 AM to 02:00 PM)
What is the consultation fee of Dr. Mahipal S Sachdev?
The consultation fee is 1200 Rupees.
How many years of experience does Dr. Mahipal S Sachdev have?
Dr. Mahipal S Sachdev has more than 42 years of experience.
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